Little Cedars Pre School

Little Cedars Pre School The George Ward Centre, Church Lane, Leicester, LE9 8DG

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Inspection date

Previous inspection date 6 December 2017 Not applicable

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This inspection: Good 2

Effectiveness of the leadership and management Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Quality of teaching, learning and assessment Good 2

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This inspection: Good 2

Personal development, behaviour and welfare Good 2

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This provision is good

 The management team is enthusiastic and dedicated. Leaders show passion and commitment in the pursuit of excellence and make continual improvements to benefit children, families and staff.  Staff have developed strong links with a range of external education and health care professionals to meet children's needs and ensure that children receive any additional support that they require.  Staff provide a warm welcome to children and parents as they arrive and children settle quickly. Staff have a lovely rapport with the children and speak to them in a respectful manner. Parents speak positively about the pre-school and are pleased with the progress that their children make.  Children's individuality and differences are respected and celebrated. Children have the opportunity to learn about their local community and a range of cultural celebrations.  Transitions to school are well supported. Teachers are invited to visit the children at the

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This provision is good

pre-school. Information is shared with the teachers to help to ensure the continuity of children's learning and care.

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It is not yet outstanding because:

 The teaching during some group activities does not help all children to fully benefit from the good learning opportunities available.  Staff do not always make the very best use of their good partnerships with parents to encourage them to share what they know about their child's learning at home.

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

To further improve the quality of the early years provision the provider should:

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What the setting needs to do to improve further

 help staff to recognise when to offer more support to children to help them gain as much as possible from group activities  engage parents in sharing information about their children's experiences and achievements at home to gain a broader picture of their development.

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Inspection activities

 The inspector spoke to parents during the inspection and took account of their views.  The inspector spoke to members of staff and children at appropriate times throughout the inspection.  The inspector observed the quality of teaching during activities indoors and outdoors and assessed the impact this has on children's learning.  The inspector completed a joint evaluation of an activity with the pre-school manager.  The inspector held a meeting with the pre-school management team. She looked at relevant documentation, such as self-evaluation and evidence of the suitability of staff working at the pre-school.

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Effectiveness of the leadership and management is good

The arrangements for safeguarding are effective. All staff are trained in child protection procedures and have a good understanding of the action they should take if they have any concerns about a child's welfare. Regular risk assessments are carried out to ensure the environment is safe and potential hazards to children are minimised. All required documentation is in place and records accurately reflect details of any accidents or incidents involving children. All staff hold appropriate childcare qualifications and have a good understanding of how children learn. They reflect on their practice during regular supervision meetings and are encouraged to take part in professional development opportunities. This has a positive impact on outcomes for children.

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Quality of teaching, learning and assessment is good

Staff support children to initiate play and follow their own ideas. Overall, they skilfully build on children's learning, exploring their ideas with them and asking open questions to prompt thinking and learning. Children eagerly retell familiar stories, for instance, as they build houses for the three pigs out of sticks, bricks and play dough. As children construct the models, they talk about size and make comparisons. Staff use repetition and descriptive words to help develop children's communication and language skills. The manager works closely with the staff to monitor the educational programmes. This helps to ensure that all children are progressing well across all areas of learning. Additional funding has been used effectively to narrow the gaps in children's outcomes.

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Personal development, behaviour and welfare are good

Children's health and physical development are promoted effectively. They spend time outdoors during the day, where they enjoy being active and energetic. Children learn to control and move their bodies in creative and imaginative ways. They excitedly dance around while playing musical instruments and singing their favourite Christmas songs. Staff's gentle reminders about wiping noses and handwashing help children to learn about good hygienic practices. Staff provide children with nutritious, well-balanced snacks, according to their individual dietary needs. Children enjoy socialising with friends during mealtimes. They behave well. Children use good manners and staff praise them for their politeness.

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Outcomes for children are good

All children make good progress in their learning and development, including those for whom the pre-school receives additional funding. Children respond well to praise and encouragement from staff. They learn to become independent and manage their own self- care needs. Children's early literacy skills are emerging and they have lots of opportunities to make marks with a variety of resources. They enjoy looking at books and learn that print carries meaning. Children confidently count and use numbers in the daily routines and as they play. They are able to solve simple problems. Children develop the skills they need for their future learning and in readiness for school.

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Setting details

Unique reference number EY491590 Local authority Leicestershire Inspection number 1023738 Type of provision Full-time provision Day care type Childcare - Non-Domestic Registers Early Years Register, Compulsory Childcare Register, Voluntary Childcare Register Age range of children 2 - 5 Total number of places 30 Number of children on roll 48 Name of registered person Little Cedars Pre School Partnership

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reference number

Date of previous inspection Not applicable Telephone number 07986491249

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Little Cedars Pre School registered in 2015. The pre-school employs six members of childcare staff, five of whom hold appropriate early years qualifications at level 3. The pre- school opens from Monday to Friday, 9am to 3pm, during term time only. The pre-school provides funded early education for two-, three- and four-year-old children.

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This inspection was carried out by Ofsted under sections 49 and 50 of the Childcare Act 2006 on the quality and standards of provision that is registered on the Early Years Register. The registered person must ensure that this provision complies with the statutory framework for children’s learning, development and care, known as the early years foundation stage.

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